The administration of a large university is interested in learning about the types of wellness programs that would interest its employees.Suppose that the university randomly selects a school (e.g., the Business School) and surveys all of the individuals (administration, faculty, professional staff, clerical and maintenance) who work in that school.This sampling plan is called ________________________ .
A)Simple Random Sampling
B)Stratified Sampling
C)Cluster Sampling
D)Systematic Sampling
E)Convenience Sampling

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This is an example of cluster sampling because the university selects entire groups (or clusters) for the survey, in this case, a whole school, and surveys every individual within that selected group.

The Administration of a Large University Is Interested in Learning